Tag Archives: cerumen removal

Illuminated and Disposable Suction!

Posted on September 26, 2012 by

For those of you using the Bionix Lighted Curettes and/or Forceps, a newer tool from the same product line will certainly pique your curiosity.  The concept of the lighted curette has been applied to a disposable suction tube, providing both light and magnification, in one unique device.  The … Continue reading →

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Disposable Audiology Supplies: Bringing It All Together!

Posted on September 21, 2011 by

As part of an infection control program, some clinics may make the decision to invest in disposable audiology supplies rather than relying on the use of reusable items.  Designed for one-time use, disposable materials eliminate the need for investing time and … Continue reading →

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Disposable Suction Tubes for Cerumen Removal!

Posted on April 19, 2011 by

Disposable suction tubes are finally here and available only at Oaktree Products.  These instruments are the perfect addition to your arsenal of cerumen management instruments, particularly if you  perform suction occasionally or are in a situation where company policy prefers the use of disposable … Continue reading →

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Suction Tube Connection Clarification

Posted on March 22, 2011 by

The Pro-Power Vacuum Aspirator is a suction pump designed for both cleaning debris from hearing instruments and cerumen removal from the external auditory canal. Since product packaging only includes special tools for cleaning hearing instruments, it may not be immediately evident how to set up the Pro-Power … Continue reading →

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Three is the Key for Mechanical Removal

Posted on February 24, 2011 by

Not sure what instruments to invest in for mechanical removal of cerumen? While the number of available hand-held instruments is endless, don’t spend your money on instruments that you don’t need or won’t use. Here are my quick tips on … Continue reading →

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Pretty Neat NeoZoline Cerumen Removal Instruments

Posted on January 13, 2011 by

Oaktree Products offers a unique line of NeoZoline cerumen removal instruments in both stainless steel and disposable options. The stainless steel NeoZoline Alligator Forceps have been annodized in a non-reflective powder coating, resulting in a black-colored instrument. The advantage of the coating is that it will absorb light, eliminating light … Continue reading →

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2010 in review

Posted on January 2, 2011 by

The stats helper monkeys at WordPress.com mulled over how this blog did in 2010, and here’s a high level summary of its overall blog health: The Blog-Health-o-Meter™ reads Wow. Crunchy numbers A Boeing 747-400 passenger jet can hold 416 passengers. … Continue reading →

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Do you see what I see?

Posted on December 7, 2010 by

Still looking for a headlamp with magnification that will let you see what you need to see? Beyond the Heine HR Loupe & 3S LED Headlight Set previously blogged about, check out the Seiler LED Loupe & Light Set.  Comprised of a binocular loupe … Continue reading →

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Give Your Hard-Working Hands a Break!

Posted on November 9, 2010 by

Whether removing cerumen, inserting otoblocks for deep ear canal impressions, or fitting extended wear hearing instruments such as the Lyric or WOW!, audiologists must clearly visualize the auditory canal, tympanic membrane, and/or other pertinent structures and see what it is they are doing.  A headlamp … Continue reading →

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Suction Pump that really sucks….in a good way

Posted on October 7, 2010 by

Considering a suction pump for your practice? Check out the Pro-Power Vacuum/Aspirator. There are a couple of things that makes this product a favorite. First, it is a relatively inexpensive suction pump designed not only for removing cerumen and debris from hearing instruments, but may … Continue reading →

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